Evening Rose

I try not to read about the notes. I want to smell it on me to just decide if I like it or not. I will research it later. To me isn't as much a rose scent; I don't find it sweet or fruity - it's just sexy but elegant. I know, I know, that's a useless description! I just know my husband likes it and he rarely likes ones I also like. He likes super heavy like Chanel Coco and Lancome Poeme. This is not a heavy scent but it does wrap itself around you and envelop you in an unusual, expensive smelling scent. I think more little black dress than I do sneakers and cut-off shorts (although you can wear it any darned way you want to). I purchased a sample size (.07 oz, 2ml) after reading about it somewhere. To me, it does smell expensive (probably because it is, smile) but one thing I hate is smelling like everyone else out there so at $110 for 1.7 oz, few people I know will indulge. People also mentioned they didn't believe it lasted long so by having the sample size, I can toss it into my purse and respray anytime I want, too! And, of course, the old die-hard "use unscented lotion first, then spray and the scent will last longer" is a good rule to follow. It really is a lush scent that, to me, will set you apart from the pack!

This fragrance baffles me. When I first spray it on, it's borderline awful. First time I ever sprayed it I went "oh h*ll no", and put it away, not in any way interested in buying this thing. A few minutes went by, I lifted my arm to get something from a cupboard, and my nose caught a whiff of this warm, sweet, beautiful scent and I was utterly confused as to where it originated. Based on my initial reaction to the fragrance it didn't even occur to me in the slightest that this heavenly scent could originate from that. But to my huge surprise, it did! It's kinda like the ugly duckling! Growing to be the most beautiful, elegant, sweet and soft creature. Evening Rose is still like that to me. I spray it on, and it's this awful, sharp, bitter, unappealing scent. But 5 mins later, it is heaven! It makes no sense what so ever. I don't know if it's just that the fragrance and my skin are a match made in heaven or what, but it's so special, and is one of my favorite fragrances, against all odds so to speak :-) In my opinion this is an allround fragrance. All year, day and night, anywhere at anytime. I've received several compliments when wearing this fragrance.

Wearing this today, I caught myself daydreaming about a particular time. I realized my subconscious had connected Evening Rose to Noir de Noir, which I often wore during the time where my mind went. Lauder components are pretty consistent, and the rose is familiar, so that's part of it. But also, this is a fragrance that's radiant and singular, like Noir de Noir is. You may think you know what you're getting from reading the notes, but the way they're blended is so skillful, and with such a strong point of view, that it's likely to not be quite what you expected. Blackberry is there, sure, but its effect is like the peach in Mitsouko, or the fruit in an alcoholic drink - cued up for adult tastes, yet keeping the experience from being too dry and hard-edged in the end. It's sweet in a dusty, ambery way that I don't find cloying, though I am arguably the worst person to draw the line for anyone else on this point! I also love Insolence, Songes, and Fils de Joie, which are all hardcore florientals. I'm pretty sure Evening Rose fits that description, too.

This is so lovely! A very jammy and sweet rose dipped in homemade blackberry syrup and cognac on a base of amber and an unlisted suede note. Evening Rose might not be the most poetic name, but it's so fitting, this is really a great rose for nighttime wear. This is so warm and enveloping, but in a glamorous way. It's a lush and balmy scent without any dry or sharp edges. Especially in the drydown the amber-blackberry blend shines equally bright to the rose, which I appreciate. Some heavier rose scents can be rather one-dimensional, but this is balanced. I find this rather similar to Jusbox Siren and Sailors, which I have also sampled recently and loved. Both are fruity roses with boozy, leathery and balsamic accents. But I think I love Evening Rose even a little bit more. The addition of blackberry instead of the peach in S&S makes it a little darker and less sweet, which I prefer in this case. Just beautiful.

Evening Rose is an alluring, spicy, boozy, incency, sweet, almost jammy dark rose. The going out, seductive, type of rose. It is so smooth, rich, slightly spicy, balanced well with cognac, blackberries, incense and amber. It’s so intense and the cognac is the surprising ingredient in my experience, from the blend, which sets it apart from other rose centred scents I have tested so far. I am not in a rose phase at the moment, but I am seriously contemplating buying a bottle of this underrated gem until it is being discontinued or reformulated. Which happens quite often when a scent is that good. It’s strong from the first spray and it lasts very well. 7-8 hours with moderate projection, on clothing even more. More for fall and winter season and evening wear. This is not a fresh, young, dewy type of rose. So appropriately name...

After smelling 3-4 of the others in this line I was expecting well rendered but simple rose but this has surpassed my expectations. Spicy, velvety, and way bolder than I would’ve expected, this powerful, deep red rose with a burnt sugar alcoholic snap of cognac has me huffing at my chest (where I sprayed it). There’s got to be some salt in this too; its got a sweet and salty vibe. This has more in common with 80s scents than many contemporary perfumes. It conjures up BIG images; opera opening nights, red silk taffeta, flambé desserts, glossy crimson lips, celebrations. If you’re a fan of those dark chocolate cherry boozy candies, red garden roses, and damson preserves go for this.

This definitely is all about the TIME, PLACE, MOOD, & MOMENT. It's strong. Boozy blackberry rose. Fades into a sexy incense smokey rose. Sometimes I like it. Sometimes I love it. Sometimes I don't. This is the little black dress on a fancy date night perfume. Sexy, in an upscale private cafe or restaurant or a fancy cocktail party. It's definitely the perfume for black lingerie with garters. But, to the office, church, or the beach? ...definitely not.This is a very confident, mature, and sophisticated perfume. If you're looking to smell sexy sophisticated, independent woman. This is for you.

This clinches it; I love berry/rose combinations. Evening Rose starts out with a very strong rose scent, which almost turned me off. A few minutes later, a dusty, old scent came through that almost made me scrub it. But then, a cloud of sweet berries enveloped me and made me very happy. The rose softened and blended with the berries and a hint of cognac rounded it all out. The incense came later and deepened the scent. I spritzed it on around bedtime and I could still smell it on my wrist the next morning. Very lovely scent for chilly winter nights.

A wonderfully jammy rose that settles into a smoky, womanly rose that's not too loud, I'm a fan of incense fragrances but it doe's not take over the whole perfume, the rose remains the dominant note.This is not your grandma's rose talc type rose, very modern edge to it.I blind bought this on recommendations from fellow fragrantica members and very glad I did.The bottle is also lovely and I was very impressed with Estee Lauder's service,prompt and samples galore.This has become one of my top rose fragrances.

I could see how people might look past this fragrance. It’s not terribly complex or vocal, but I love it. It smells warm and velvet, sensual and comforting. I think it must suit my chemistry very well. My mum was trying to talk to me as I was sitting, smelling this perfume on my wrist... she couldn’t get through to me, I was lost in it. Aerin fragrances are usually subtle and not long lasting, sadly. I wish this had more lasting power, but compared to most Aerins, it is definitely more robust.

EVENING ROSE is my jammy boozy incense rose holy grail!! For the type of rose scent I like this is out and out perfection! Intoxicating, rich, moist, deep dark fruity boozy incense rose. I am absolutely in love with Evening Rose!!!! One of the best jammy dark rose fragrances I have ever smelled. The ONLY thing is I just wished it lasted a little longer. But that's okay, I love it enough to spray hourly if needed. By FAR, the stand out winner from the Aerin line. Fantastic!!!!

Based on the reviews here (and many thanks to NoireFox, you do a fab, clear, concise review!), I've just ordered this from Nordstrom, and cannot wait to receive it. Should be in my hot little hands on Tues, April 15, '14--so will do an edit then!!!! Feb 14, 2015--Oh, time flies when you're having fun!! I've been wearing this all winter, and absolutely love, love, love it!! This was too overpowering for spring-summer--but autumn/winter, it's mahvelous!!!

I just smelled this for the first time today and it blew me away! I love the combination of roses and cognac! I had a fragrance about 10 years ago that had cognac and rose, Kors by Michael Kors, and I loved it so much! I had been searching the internet recently to see if I could find a bottle, since it’s now discontinued. I didn’t find it, but I found this! This captures the same character of Kors and I will cherish this new addition to my collection.

A rich and succulent rose fragrance by Aerin. This one has a resemblance to Tom Ford's Cafe Rose - probably from the heavy rose and incense notes - but the cognac in Evening Rose gives it a sweet tone. Sadly, the cognac in this is overwhelming and doesn't agree with my head (Champaca Absolute anyone?). My loss since this is a gorgeous rose :( Update: I tried this one again and no headache! Beautiful fragrance! I plan on wearing this one more often.

One of my all time favorites. I am so heartbroken that this was discontinued. I have a full size bottle still filled up that I am using sparingly. On my skin, it dries into the most beautiful dark, smoky amber rose. My skin tends to amplify and sharpen sweet notes. However, the cognac and blackberry in here add richness without turning into anything overly sweet, boozy, or cloying. It stayed smooth, controlled, and so sensual.

Based on my sample decant from a department store, this is a deep, rich, full-bodied rose anchored in sweet patchouli earthiness. There's a little bit of an oud vibe going on as well. Like a good friend, Evening Rose sticks with you but does not overwhelm. It generously offers wafts of deliciousness for several hours. If you want to be overwhelmed, though, spray with abandon! Definitely full-bottle worthy.

On me, this is very similar to Nirvana Rose, but little more complex. It is rosy, woody, and a tad sweet but not sickeningly so. I don't get much incense, which is a good thing for my tastes. It definitely has better projection than several other of the Aerins, which I have primarily found to be very light scents. I really like it in general, and I'm tempted to buy a bottle.

She's a tall dark-eyed stranger walking in from the smoky street late at night. She's mysterious, she's classy and elegant, cognac and roses so dark they look black in this dimly lit bar. The incense gives the rose a dark and brooding quality, and the boozy notes make it feel grown-up without being a musty grandma's bathroom rose. This is by far my favorite in this series.

Really alluring jammy rose! Evening Rose is about having a glass of wine at the table next to a vase with faded roses. It's very soft spoken, feminine and has a nostalgic feeling to it. Unlike Serge Lutens rose perfumes, this one is more complex and has depth. If only it had a better longevity...

IN LOVE WITH THIS FRAGRANCE! WOOOOWZZA! The opening of the bulgarian rose and blackberry is out of this world! Sultry and grown! Lasts ALL Day long and drys down beautifully! Thank you Aerin Lauder this is just fantastic!!